My dog has yeast infection. What are the risks of home remedies?

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I recently found determined my dog more then likely has a yeast infection. I took her to the vet they took a stool sample and she had round and hookworms. Nothing about yeast. Research/symptoms/diet/bath all suggest yeast. Sugar scraps, oatmeal shampoo, brown stuff in war and around uvula, itching all over. With all this and probably an extreme case of yeast infection what is the worst thing that can happen? Starting vinegar, yogurt, and hydrogen peroxide treatment tomorrow. Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Female | unspayed | 14 lbs

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

I am unsure if she presented with this irritation during her recent exam with the vet which would have alerted them to thoroughly check this area or not; however this appears to be a possible mild vaginitis with a secondary yeast infection. A skin impression/cytology is ideal to confirm this diagnosis through your vet. We typically treat these with a pet formulated topical chlorhexidine/ketoconazole skin wipe or spray. I have never used hydrogen peroxide, vinegar or yogurt to treat a yeast infection in a dog, nor do I see any reliable information on the veterinary boards to suggest that this is a plausible treatment; therefore, I wouldn't recommend it. I have seen where vinegar can reduce some yeast populations on the skin, but complete resolve is not guaranteed. Instead your vet should be able to supply the appropriate medicated topical treatment to help resolve Isa's apparent vaginitis. I can sense that you feel this may have been missed on her recent exam and may have some resentment about that; however I would still recommend returning for the appropriate treatment for Isa. I hope her skin infections gets resolved soon. Take care.

My dog has yeast infection. What are the risks of home remedies?

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